OBITUARY
David Hudson
August 23, 1935 – October 11, 2012
David Hudson, 77, passed away at his home October 11, 2012, while surrounded by his family. He was born August 23, 1935 in Hobart, OK to Taylor Summers Hudson and LeNora Melinda (Stout) Hudson.
David graduated as Class Valedictorian from Sulphur High School in 1953. He earned his Bachelor of Science Degree in Agriculture from Oklahoma A&M in 1957. He was a member of Phi Kappa Phi, Alpha Zeta (Honorary Agriculture Fraternity) and Omicron Delta Kappa (Men’s Service Organization).
In 1960, David received his Bachelors of Law Degree from the University of Oklahoma, where he was a member of Delta Theta Phi Legal Fraternity, and served as President and Treasurer.
He began his professional career in 1960 as Staff Attorney for the Oklahoma Dept. of Highways.
He served as a member of the active Duty & Military Reserve (U.S. Army, National Guard and Air Force), graduating U.S. Army Basic Training and Army Finance School. He was activated in 1962 during the Cuban Missile Crisis and received an Honorable Discharge in 1964 as a Staff Sergeant.
Entering into Private Law Practice from 1961 to 1979, David began General Law Practice in Muskogee, Oklahoma with the firm of Lunn & Ferguson, eventually evolving into Luton, Lunn, Ferguson & Hudson.
In 1964, he moved to practice with the firm of Hirsh & Harkin in Oklahoma City, eventually becoming Hirsh, Johanning & Hudson, and later becoming Johanning & Hudson with an emphasis on Municipal, Public Finance and Corporate Law. Finally, in 1977 David focused his own private practice on Municipal and Public Finance and Corporate Law.
David served as Senior Administrative Assistant and Legal Counsel to his long time friend Governor George Nigh from 1979 to 1984. He then served as General Counsel to the original Horse Racing Commission. He briefly returned to Private Law Practice in Oklahoma City. From 1991 to 1995 David served as General Counsel to the Oklahoma Tax Commission and served as First Assistant Attorney General to Attorney General Drew Edmondson from 1995 until retirement in 1999.
In 1960, David married Patricia Anne Murphy and assumed guardianship of her two children, Lee Kevin and Tara Suzanne Metheny and raised them as his own. From that union came daughters Seana Kathleen and Amy Patricia.
David was a fervent Democrat (AKA Yellow Dog) and passionate OSU fan. He enjoyed politics, cooking and travel. He was unassumingly brilliant, unpretentious, and incredibly kind hearted. David was a loyal and devoted father, “PawPaw” and friend. He wholeheartedly shared the disappointments and joy in the lives of those he loved. He was actively a Daddy and grandfather who instilled in them loyalty to family and their own integrity as hard-working, compassionate people.
David was preceded in death by his parents. Survivors include his children, Kevin Metheny, Tara Feuerborn (Randy), Seana Dean (Kyle), Amy Regan (Pete); grandchildren, Lauren Zuniga, Kaitlin Brown, Murphy and Maeve Metheny, Kellen David and Ainsley Dean, Jack Patrick Regan; great-grandchildren, Kavi and Briam Zuniga; friend and companion, Sharon Gowdy; brother, Robert Hudson (Tomi); 2 nieces, 5 great-nephews and nieces and his beloved pets.
David’s family would like to express immeasurable gratitude to Dr. Randel Allen, and the nursing staff at St Anthony Hospital for their outstanding care this past two years. Additionally they would like to thank the staff and caregivers at Quality Life Hospice and most especially his niece, Gail Hudson and her son, Trace Little, for their respectful, tender and compassionate care for him as well as for his family. Without them it would have been impossible to allow him to die with peace and dignity at home.
In lieu of flowers the family has asked that charitable donations be made to the Regional Food Bank, 3355 S. Perdue Avenue, OKC, OK 73137, Pets and People, 701 Inla Avenue, Yukon, OK 73099, the American Lung Association www.lung.org/donate 11212 N. May Ave Suite 405 OKC,OK 73120, or to the OSU Foundation, PO Box 1749, Stillwater, OK 74076-1749.
A celebration of David's life will be held at St. Paul's Episcopal Cathedral, 127 NW 7th St., OKC, OK 73102 at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, October 16, 2012. As David could often be distinctively heard to cheer on his beloved Cowboys with “Go Pokes” or “Orange Power”, the family would like to ask those attending to honor his memory by wearing orange.
Condolences may be offered at www.eisenhourfuneralhome.com
Services
- Memorial Service Tuesday, October 16, 2012
- Funeral Service Tuesday, October 16, 2012
REMEMBERING
David Hudson
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RECEIVE UPDATESOctober 23, 2012
I started calling him Wavey Davey because his hair got long in the mid 90s. He would look at me with a "you are a weirdo" grin on his face most of the time I was around him.
We all enjoyed being with him so much. To witness the joy he received by simply being in the presence of his family was cool.
Professionially, he emphasized others and preferred to operate behind the scenes. He was a curious intellectual.
Wavey Davey (Senore Hudson) was a pure and simple country boy. He was humble, reliable, tender even.
He was the genuine real deal.
Like the guy in the movie, Brother Where Art Thou, he was "Bona Fide!"
Senore Hudson, you are loved and missed.
-pete regan (Tulsa, OK)
October 19, 2012
Amy and family, David will truly be missed. Oklahoma is a better place because he lived - he was "one of the Good Guys."
Joyce Horton Sanders, Chickasha, OK
Kim Metheny
October 17, 2012
David was a kind hearted and sweet soul. He was a great grandfather to my daughters, Murphy and Maeve, and was always wonderful to me. He will be missed by all. Love you David!
Denise Chew
October 16, 2012
My thoughts are with you, Tara. May peace and loving thoughts dominate your heart and mind.
All my love.
David and Ruth Lynn
October 16, 2012
Nature
As a fond mother, when the day is o'er,
Leads by the hand her little child to bed,
Half willing, half reluctant to be led,
And leave his broken playthings on the floor,
Still gazing at them through the open door,
Nor wholly reassured and comforted
By promises of others in their stead,
Which, though more splendid, may not please him more;
So Nature deals with us, and takes away
Our playthings one by one, and by the hand
Leads us to rest so gently, that we go
Scarce knowing if we wish to go or stay,
Being too full of sleep to understand
How far the unknown transcends the what we know.
By Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
The Poetry Foundation
Siobhan Smith
October 16, 2012
Memories of David: Enjoyed the time when David took Amy and I to an OSU football game in a box seat with Governor Nigh. He made sure I came home with OSU pom poms for my dad since we're an OU family. Another time Amy and I got into his shaving cream and decorated his bathroom. He had to go to work the next day with a five o'clock shadow but forgave us. Lastly, he always made a great grilled cheese for us kids.
Love and hugs to the Hudson family!
Jim Perry
October 15, 2012
We are all better people for having known him and seen his smile. Forever he will be a great friend to thousands.
Darren & Linda Bond
October 15, 2012
Amy, We are so sorry for your loss. We know how much you love your daddy and how much you will miss him. He will always be in your heart as you are in ours! You and your family are in our prayers.
Rhonda Spencer
October 15, 2012
So sorry for the loss of such a great man. Work with David at the AG's Office. Praying for strength and comfort during this time. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Maeve Metheny, Granddaughter
October 15, 2012
Murphy Metheny, Granddaughter
October 15, 2012
Sheryl Coryell
October 15, 2012
Pat, Amy, Seana, Kevin, Tara, Kaitlin, and Lauren,
I remember David as a gentle man who filled all your lives with memories you will always have. I am sorry for your loss.
October 15, 2012
It has been a while since our paths crossed, but the times we shared in the Community of John XXIII were precious--David's integrity and compassion were among his great gifts. Joe Forgue
Patrick Dougherty
October 14, 2012
He helped make my college years at Oklahoma State among the most enjoyable time of my youth. I have missed him ever since and wish we had lived closer. I could never take myself too seriously with David around. That was a huge benefit and still is.
Janet Kamas
October 14, 2012
My sincere condolences to all of David's family. He was such a good friend, awesome neighbor and a truly great person. I will miss our OU/OSU rivalry. Rest in peace, David.....you will be missed!
Herb Giles
October 14, 2012
David was a good and very helpful friend. He will be missed.
Shelley Satterfield
October 14, 2012
Seana, Amy and Tara- Your entire family are in my thoughts and prayers.
October 14, 2012
To David Hudson's family, I send my sincere condolences and prayers. And to Darla Winslow I am sorry for the loss of your special friend of 30 years. Your nights spent at the hospital, doing his grocery shopping, picking up prescriptions, and taking his middle of the night phone calls for the last two years speaks volumes. Please find comfort in the words you once shared with me at the time of my loss... HE'S NOT GONE... JUST GONE AHEAD... God Bless You All
Cesar Guidos
October 14, 2012
We are so sorry for your loss
Angie Hostmyer-Slover
October 13, 2012
Amy & Family,
I am sorry for your loss of your wonderful daddy. He was such a genuine & compasionate person. May he rest in peace until you all meet again......
Jann Wooldridge
October 13, 2012
Kevin and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Praying for comfort and peace at this time.
Jann Wooldridge
October 13, 2012
Please accept our heartfelt condolences. Family of Carlton E. Wood, Jr.
Jessica Jay Wood, Allison Annette Balkovetz and Carlton E. Wood, III and their families.
October 13, 2012
To the family of my friend: we were classmates at Oklahoma A&M.
He was a good man. I thought of him as a brother. COL (ret) Joe F. Craig
Ainsley Dean
October 13, 2012
He was my grandpa i loved him very much all his grandchildren called him "PawPaw"
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DAVID HUDSON
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SUMMERS, LENORA, BOB AND DAVID HUDSON
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SULPHUR HIGH SCHOOL DAYS 1947-'48
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SULPHUR HIGH 1948-'49
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DAVID AND A PRIZE WINNER
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OKLAHOMA HISTORY - THE FIRST NIGH ADMINISTRATION
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BABY LAUREN BARRY AND FAMILY WITH GOVERNOR GEORGE NIGH
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Amy's 21st Birthday
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Young Democrats' Reception
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Zoe - Dad's best dog - EVER!
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1996
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OCTOBER 20, 2000 - PAWPAW GOT TO HOLD KELLEN DAVID DEAN BEFORE MOMMY DID
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KELLEN & PAW PAW AT FT. COBB LAKE
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Wild man Jack
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Hudson family
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Great grands and "baby" grands
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Jack's 3rd Birthday
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AINSLEY, PAW PAW & KELLEN
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Best Friends and cousins
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PAW PAW'S PRINCESS AINSLEY
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Stout family reunion 2011
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DADDY'S GIRLS
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OSU FOOTBALL!!!
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OSU 44 OU 10!!!!!
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